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Poised to protect this valuable harbor was one of the largest forts ever built. Nearly thirty years in the making (1846-1875), Fort Jefferson was never finished nor fully armed. Yet it was a vital link in a chain of coastal forts that stretched from Maine to California. Fort Jefferson, the most sophisticated of these, was a brilliant and undeniable symbol that the United States wanted to be left alone. Though never attacked, the fort fulfilled its intended role. It helped to protect the peace and prosperity of a young nation. During the Civil War, Union warships used the harbor in their campaign to blockade Southern shipping. The fort was also used as a prison, mainly for Union deserters. Its most famous prisoner was Dr. Samuel Mudd, the physician who set the broken leg of John Wilkes Booth. Abandoned by the Army in 1874, the fort was later used as a coaling station for warships. In 1898, the USS Maine sailed into history, departing the Tortugas on its fateful mission to Havana, Cuba. Though used briefly during both world wars, the fort’s final chapter as “Guardian of the Gulf” had long since closed. https://www.nps.gov/drto/learn/historyculture/fort-jefferson.htm

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Wild, weird, wonderful -- there are many ways to describe the Crazy House (also known as Hang Nga Guesthouse). This quirky attraction is found in Dalat, a relaxed mountain resort town in southern Vietnam.

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Mr. Cruise-Wilkins hopes to become lucky , as told by the CNN, by finding a treasure buried in the Seychelles by a French pirate almost three centuries ago.

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From the rise of sustainable travel to a new influx of vegan hotels.

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Earlier this year myself and Alina tried entering an Uzbek exclave surrounded entirely by Kyrgyzstan. If you saw the video you will know that we were not all...

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Cautionary tales from the official journal of the Wilderness Medical Society

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The best part about Puglia? The absence of crowds. Despite being a long-established agricultural powerhouse, Puglia has only recently emerged as a desirable tourism destination in the last fifteen years after suffering a long period of under-appreciation. “The dark age of Puglia started with the unification of Italy, for sure,” says Vito Palumbo, a native of Puglia’s capital, Bari, and the brand manager for Tormaresca, a wine producer bringing international recognition to the region. “Now Puglia is the most vibrant part of Southern Italy. It’s an area moving much faster than Calabria or Sicily.” Case in point: Richard Branson has decided to launch Virgin Galactic business in Puglia. Boeing has a facility in Puglia. Helen Mirren owns a home in Puglia.

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At the age of 21, Lexie Alford has already visited all 196 countries in the world. That makes her the new Guinness World Record holder for youngest person to travel to every country, by three years. (There are 195 states widely recognized as countries, plus Taiwan.) With a family that ran a travel agency, Alford traveled widely as a child—by the age of 18 she’d already hit 72 countries. That’s when she decided to sprint for the world record, self-funding her trips via work as a travel consultant and some sporadic sponsorships. She documents her experiences on her blog and is now working on a book.

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We sailed to Komodo island which is one of the gorgeous islands in Flores Indonesia BUT it's also home to the Komodo dragons which are some of the last creat...

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Croatia has joined the Eurozone, replacing its kuna currency with the euro. On January 1, it also joined the Schengen Area, making it the 27th country in Europe to drop all border checks within the area.

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5,032 Likes, 62 Comments - sebastien nagy (@sebastien.nagy) on Instagram: “#Oia

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Shot in Jan 2020. A last romantic view of this beautiful country, travelling across America by train, before things got harder. I am sure things will get bet...

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IN THE 1960S, FIDEL CASTRO faced many challenges by becoming an ideological enemy of the United States. One was being seen as the tip of the Soviet spear, a menace to democracy just 90 miles off the coast of Florida. Another was that America maintained the Guantanamo Bay military base, which was capable of sheltering 50 warships, on the southeastern tip of Cuba. But arguably the most vexing issue for Castro, especially on a sweltering summer day in Havana, was the United States cutting off Cuba’s dairy supply. That was a problem, because Casto was obsessed with ice cream. When he was still a young revolutionary in the jungle, a wealthy supporter, Celia Sánchez, sent him an ice-cream cake via mule for his birthday. When the rebellion succeeded, he established himself at the Havana Libre Hotel, where he habitually enjoyed the cafeteria’s milkshakes. In “A Personal Portrait of Fidel,” novelist Gabriel Garcia Marquez described Castro polishing off 18 scoops after Sunday lunch. His affection for ice cream was such that the CIA attempted to poison his milkshake. “That was the closest the CIA got to assassinating Fidel,” a retired state security general told Reuters in 2007.

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For this veteran journalist, the intoxicating freedom of traveling solo outweighs the risks every time. Here are her life-on-the-road strategies.

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Taiwan is a must-visit destination for fans of the great outdoors. From sprawling national parks to magnificent mountain peaks, whether it’s a leisurely stroll or a more challenging climb, Taiwan’s got you covered. Read on for all you need to know about how and where to hike in Taiwan.

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For some, travel adventure is paragliding over the Andes. For other’s it’s a hot-stone massage followed by a hot toddy. Here are trip ideas for every taste

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After a year of travel plans turned upside down, 2021 brings a new horizon for travel. Here are the best places to travel in 2021 for you to explore all year long. Our list of best vacation spots includes the Berkshires, Texas Hill Country, the Gulf Coast, plus the always lively New York City, Miami, and New Orleans.

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There's more to do out there than visit pumpkin patches and pick apples (but those are fun, too).

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Break out your hiking boots.

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Visit the post for more.

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Stretch and shrink countries and states all over the globe.

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A gateway to another world: #TheMukaab will be the world’s first immersive, experiential destination. Large enough to hold 20 Empire State Buildings, the global icon will feature innovative technologies to transport you to new worlds. #NewMurabba www.newmurabba.com

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When did travelling become so much work? How often do you return from a holiday thinking you really need a holiday? The do-it-all and see-it-all itineraries we make for ourselves are emotionally and physically demanding. What happened to restful sojourns where you don’t have to do anything, but can still feel a sense of accomplishment for having gone and done something?

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Go to https://public.com/rll and you’ll receive a free stock once you open an account.*This is not investment advice. Offer valid for U.S. residents 18+ and ...

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Carl Evans shared a post on Instagram: "Down in Chapel Rock

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A complete guide to the history and status of French overseas territories and former colonies, including French Guiana, New Caledonia, and other islands.

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In his upcoming book ‘Neon Road Trip,’ photographer John Barnes captures a luminous part of advertising history

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The World War Two Siege of Malta took place from 1940 to 1942. This tiny island’s prime location meant it was in the spotlight for the war on the Mediterranean. Malta certainly got the raw deal during the war from start to finish. The very day after Mussolini declared war – on June 10, 1940 – Italian bombers commenced attacking the capital of Valletta. Holding the record for heaviest sustained bombing, Malta endured a staggering attack lasting 154 days and nights with a total of 6,700 bombs dropped. Air raids throughout the war over Malta totalled 3,343.

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HAPPY SEEKERS DAY! 30% OFF all-time BEST-SELLERS ON SEEK DISCOMFORT: ⚡️ http://seek-discomfort.com/yes-theory We decided that to celebrate 7 years of Yes The...

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Mennonites living in Belize exist apart from the government, with limited technology and surrounded by farmable land.

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